Crambus cyrilellus

Crambus cyrilellus is a moth in the Crambidae family. It was described by Klots in 1942.^[1] It is found in North America, where it has been recorded from Arizona, Colorado, New Mexico, Texas and Utah.^[2]

The length of the forewings is 9.5-11 mm. The ground colour of the forewings is light, shining orange brown, darkest about the discal, silvery white stripe, much paler and almost whitish along the inner margin. The hindwings are pale brownish, almost white. Adults have been recorded on wing in May and July.

Etymology

The species is named for Mr. Cyril dos Passos.^[3]

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